Workshops

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Workshops at the 44th ISTS Symposium provide an opportunity to discuss and engage on specific topics of interest related to sea turtle research, conservation, and management. Workshops will be held on Saturday February 28th and Sunday March 1st, 2026. If you would like to attend a Workshop be sure to select the specific check box for that workshop when you register for 44th ISTS Symposium. Workshop attendees may be charged a nominal fee (e.g., USD$10) to support workshop costs.

If you would like to host a workshop at the 44th ISTS Symposium, please click the button below (will be activated in mid 2025) to submit your proposal before the submission deadline of (date pending).

Regional Meetings + Reunions

Regional Meetings at the 44th ISTS Symposium provide unique opportunities to learn about, share, and network on sea turtle endeavors in specific geographic regions. The Regional Meetings will be held on Monday, March 2nd, 2026.

When registering for the 44th ISTS Symposium, be sure to select the specific check box for the Regional Meeting(s) you would like to attend. Meeting attendees may be charged a nominal fee (e.g., USD$10) to support meeting costs.

Currently, we expect the following Regional Meetings at the 44th ISTS Symposium:

  • Africa Regional Meeting

  • East Asia Regional Meeting

  • Indian Ocean South East Asia (IOSEA) Regional Meeting

  • Mediterranean Reunion

  • Oceania/Pacific Islands Regional Meeting

  • RETOMALA (Reunión de Especialistas sobre Tortugas Marinas en Latinoamérica)

  • WIDECAST (Wider Caribbean Sea Turtle Conservation Network)